Hodžić

Hodžić is a ćevapi house on Bravadžiluk in Sarajevo's Baščaršija quarter, in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and is widely cited as a rival to Željo for the title of the city's best ćevapi. The cuisine is straightforward Bosnian grill: finger-sized minced-meat sausages cooked over charcoal, tucked into somun flatbread and served with chopped onion. A portion with kajmak, the creamy dairy spread, is the other common order, and both dishes have become emblematic of Sarajevo eating. The place is known for fast service, and the kitchen turns out portions quickly even when the room is full, which suits visitors on a tight walking itinerary. The setting is an informal ćevabdžinica rather than a restaurant in the formal sense, with simple tables, a busy grill and a casual, lively atmosphere. Dress is casual, noise levels are moderate to high at peak hours, and tables turn over quickly. There is no wine list to speak of; soft drinks, sour milk, yoghurt and Bosnian coffee are the usual beverages. Reservations are not accepted, and the main constraint is simply the lunchtime crowd, so visitors who arrive slightly off-peak tend to be seated at once. Prices are low, with a typical meal at about 8-13 KM (roughly USD 4.50-7.40). The venue is reported to have won several local dining awards, which is part of why it draws a mixed crowd of residents, domestic tourists and international visitors. Because both Hodžić and Željo are within a few minutes' walk of each other, many visitors sample both and compare the texture of the meat, the softness of the somun and the richness of the kajmak. Listed hours run roughly 8AM to 11PM daily, but should be verified locally.